2009 BMW 530 vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 530 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
